AT&T is relocating its global headquarters from downtown Dallas to a 54-acre campus in Plano’s Legacy district, consolidating over 10,000 North Texas employees.

The move, expected to begin partial occupancy by late 2028, favors a sprawling suburban-style campus over Dallas’ vertical cityscape.

AT&T’s downtown buildings will remain, with the company yet to disclose plans to sell or retain them; the current headquarters was transformed into the AT&T Discovery District, an entertainment hub, in 2021.

Dallas leaders expressed disappointment but cited space constraints as the main reason for the move, while Plano officials highlighted the economic boost and innovation the campus will bring, Axios has reported.

Employee commuting is under scrutiny, as AT&T requires staff to work on-site five days a week.